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Pyriproxyfen is a pyridine-based insecticide that functions as a juvenile hormone analog, disrupting the growth and development of insects. It is effective against a variety of pests, including whiteflies, fleas, and mosquitoes, by inhibiting the maturation of larvae into reproductive adults. Introduced in 1996, it has been widely used in agriculture to protect crops and in public health initiatives to control disease vectors.
Pyriproxyfen is a pyridine-based insecticide that functions as a juvenile hormone analog, disrupting the growth and development of insects. It is effective against a variety of pests, including whiteflies, fleas, and mosquitoes, by inhibiting the maturation of larvae into reproductive adults. Introduced in 1996, it has been widely used in agriculture to protect crops and in public health initiatives to control disease vectors.
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Agrochemicals
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Crop Protection & Pest Control
Insect Growth Regulator (IGR)
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Chemical Properties & Specifications
Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment (Acute and Chronic): Category 1
H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
P273: Avoid release to the environment. P391: Collect spillage. P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Used to control whiteflies and other pests on crops such as cotton.
Employed in mosquito control programs to prevent the spread of diseases like dengue and Zika.
Included in products for flea control on pets.
Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 2–8°C (35–46°F).
Keep away from direct sunlight, moisture, and oxidizing agents.
Store in airtight, moisture-proof containers to maintain stability.
Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and bulk packaging for industrial use.
